Dianne's review
The All New, All Purpose Joy of Cooking
by Irma S. Rombauer, Marion Rombauer Becker, Ethan Becker
Dianne's review
The All New, All Purpose Joy of Cooking by Irma S. Rombauer, Marion Rombauer Becker, Ethan Becker
Dianne's review
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In their attempt to modernize the book, the authors omitted many recipes and techniques that are still relevant. Where is Sole Florentine, for heavens sake? And while not many families routinely can or freeze food as a winter survival strategy, there are still times when I would like to know how to do it - when my CSA gives me more corn than we can manage, or when local strawberries are beautiful, fresh, plentiful, and cheap. The lack of ice cream recipes is frustrating, especially given that so many manufacturers are making good quality electric powered ice cream makers.
On the other hand, there are lots of new recipes that reflect the increasing influx of immigrant culture (and food!) into America.
I'd say, Definitely buy this book, but don't chuck your old editions of Joy just yet. You're going to need both!
On the other hand, there are lots of new recipes that reflect the increasing influx of immigrant culture (and food!) into America.
I'd say, Definitely buy this book, but don't chuck your old editions of Joy just yet. You're going to need both!
